SOTAP is a new product we’re developing which will deliver a copper path between network terminating equipment (NTE) at your customers’ premises and a main distribution or jumper frame at the exchange.
When it is launched, you will be able to use SOTAP to provide broadband and internet protocol (IP) phone services, because it connects to your exchange infrastructure.
We’re developing SOTAP to help us withdraw Wholesale Line Rental (WLR).
It will only be for areas where there aren’t any fibre products available. And it won’t include a managed phone service, or any associated calling and network features.
How it works
To use SOTAP you’ll need a point of presence in an exchange based on local loop unbundling (LLU) infrastructure. Or you can go through a wholesaler who offers SOTAP in your area.
You can find out more in our introduction to SOTAP, and the proposed product scope.
You can find information about using this site, advice on services and help with your account on our help and support pages.
Are you interested in having a say in how the industry meets its customers’ needs? You can find out more about getting involved on our industry forum pages.
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